From TVGuide.Com Al Roker and Savannah Guthrie host the 79th annual lighting of the Christmas tree in Manhattan. Adding glow are slated performances by Neil Diamond, Tony Bennett, Justin Bieber, Michael Bublé, Cee Lo Green, Carole King, Katharine McPhee, Big Time Rush and Javier Colon. Included: the Mariah Carey and Justin Bieber video “All I […]
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Christmas In Rockefeller Center 2016 Heralds The Spirit Of The Season
November 30, 2016 
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Picture Credit: NBC.Com All hail Christmas Season 2016! Such a joyful time of year. Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and so much more! We are one big happy family at this time of year, putting aside our differences and problems as best we can to embrace the spirit of the season and all that it […]
Continue readingMichael Buble’s Christmas In Hollywood Special Will Make Your Season Bright
December 10, 2015 10 Comments
Picture Credit: NBC I am so grateful to NBC for hosting this annual Christmas special with Michael Buble. It is reminiscent of years past when we were annually treated to wonderful Christmas Specials by legends such as Perry Como, Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland, Andy Williams and so many more. We need to see and […]
Continue readingNBC Airs Their Annual Christmas In Rockefeller Center Special
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Picture Credit: NBC.Com And we are off! It’s Christmas time! It all starts for me when NBC airs its annual Christmas extravaganza – Christmas In Rockefeller Center – that culminates with the lighting of their iconic Christmas tree. The telecast of this classic Christmas special is on an NBC station near you on […]
Continue readingMichael Buble’s Christmas In New York Special To Air December 16th and December 17th
December 16, 2014 4 Comments
Ah, yes. This picture says it all, doesn’t it? Babs and Michael. Michael and Babs. Can this annual Michael Buble Christmas Special get any better? Barbra Streisand and Michael Bublé truly are two of my favorite singers on the planet. I have been a champion of both artists from Day One because each offer gifts […]
Continue readingChristmas In Rockefeller Center Heralds The Spirit Of The Season
December 3, 2014 3 Comments
Okay – let the Christmas Blog Topics begin!! It’s December and that means the TV shows will be all decked out with everything Christmas and/or Holiday-themed. Man, I love this time of year so much. Totally the best! And nothing kick starts Christmas like NBC’s offering of the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony during their special, […]
Continue reading Michael Bublé Set To Ring In The Christmas Season On Wednesday on NBC
December 18, 2013 2 Comments
Picture Credit: NBC Michael Buble will be crooning some of your favorite Christmas tunes when his 3rd Annual Christmas Special airs on Wednesday, December 18th at 10:00 PM Eastern on NBC – the network that loves to bring you musical entertainment galore during the month of December and more. I love Michael’s brand of entertainment […]
Continue reading [Photos, Stream Link]Forte, Mariah Carey, Aretha Franklin Set To Perform At The National Tree Lighting Ceremony
December 6, 2013 2 Comments
What a difference a year makes! At 4:30 PM Eastern on December 6th 2013, the exceptional triumvirate of voices known as Forte, are set to take to the stage to perform for President Barack Obama and First Lady, Michelle Obama, at the 91st Annual National Tree Lighting Ceremony. These guys are on a journey to […]
Continue reading It’s December! And the TV Networks Have You Covered With Tons Of Christmas And Holiday Specials
December 2, 2013 8 Comments
Happy December everyone! And what a December it is going to be! There are innumerable television specials – most of which are happening on NBC. The NBC network is digging into some deep pockets this season to bring us some exciting holiday fare. First and foremost, with only two months left in Jay Leno’s contract, […]
Continue reading David Archuleta Retrospective Series Part 21: O Holy Night
November 1, 2013 5 Comments
By Pamela Pike and Rosanne Simunovic Pamela Pike’s Recollections O Holy Night” was composed by Adolphe C. Adam in 1847 to the French Christmas poem “Midnight Christians” by Placide Cappeau. It was translated into English by Unitarian Minister John Sullivan Dwight, editor of Dwight’s Journal of Music in 1855. The Carol’s text reflects on the […]
Continue reading Merry Christmas To The Wonderful People Who Make Up The MCL Community
December 24, 2012 18 Comments
Update: Christmas 2012: This article was originally published last Christmas but I thought I would republish it with the comments in tact so we can relive the memories from year to year. May the blessings of the Christmas season be with all of you. I would like to take this opportunity to wish all of […]
Continue reading David Archuleta Retrospective Series Part Ten: ” I’ll Be Home For Christmas” And “Silent Night””
December 7, 2012 10 Comments
Pamela Pike’s Recollection Of “I’ll Be Home For Christmas” “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” is a Christmas song recorded in 1943 by Bing Crosby who scored a top ten hit with the song. “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” has since gone onto become a Christmas standard. The song was written by lyricist Kim Gannon and […]
Continue reading Alan Chang Captures The Magic Of Christmas Through His Beautiful Rudolph Arrangement
November 29, 2012 3 Comments
For those of you who still don’t believe in Santa Claus, you may want to rethink those doubts. Alan Chang, who is the Pianist-Arranger for Michael Buble, wrote and produced an inspiring arrangement and video of Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer that is thoroughly captivating. It will make you melt like marshmallows in hot chocolate on […]
Continue reading Christmas In Rockefeller Center Airs Wednesday Night on NBC
November 28, 2012 5 Comments
Christmas In Rockefeller Center is my favorite Christmas Show. Every year – for me – this show kicks off the Christmas season in a huge way! Scheduled to perform are American Idol winner, Scotty McCreery, David Foster, Rod Stewart, The Voice Season 2 Top 4 Finalist, Chris Mann and The Voice’s judge and mentor, Cee […]
Continue reading Masterclass Monday: David Archuleta’s Inspiring Version Of Silent Night
December 12, 2011 27 Comments
This video of David Archuleta performing Silent Night with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra has to be the most compelling, passionate and inspiring performance of this song classic I have ever had the pleasure to see and hear. Recorded live last Christmas and set to air on PBS on Tuesday, December 13th from 8:00-9:00 […]
Continue reading Video Of The Day: David Archuleta Reinforces The Magic Of Christmas His Way
December 2, 2011 23 Comments
This video featuring David Archuleta performing his original composition, “My Kind Of Christmas” brought such a smile to my face. The melody and the lyrics are brimming with the spirit and joy of the Christmas season and David’s performance captures the magic of the Christmas season so well. Presently on a Christmas Tour with his […]
Continue reading Christmas Comes Early For Michael Buble Fans
August 9, 2011 6 Comments
Just the thought and anticipation of Michael Buble’s new Christmas album, “Christmas”, makes me want to deck my halls with boughs of holly in August. And, even more exciting is this news from Michael’s Official Website: “To celebrate the release of Michael’s upcoming Christmas album, he will be headlining his first network television variety special […]
Continue readingMasterclass Video Of The Day: The Christmas Can Can By Straight No Chaser
November 24, 2009 14 Comments
Special thanks to one of my readers, ReReader, for sending me this hilarious and exceptionally well-performed music by Straight No Chaser. You can visit their YouTube.Com page here. But, until then enjoy the video below. It is a guaranteed “day -brightener“.
Continue readingSeason’s Greetings From Masterclass Lady: Rosanne Simunovic
December 18, 2008 43 Comments
Season’s Greetings Now that the Christmas and Holiday season is in full swing, I thought I would add a special sticky post, so that everyone can share the joy of the season and everything it has to offer. You are welcome to add links to your favorite performances, favorite songs, favorite food (yum) and so […]
Continue readingDavid Archuleta Performs O Holy Night
December 7, 2008 31 Comments
It doesn’t get much better than this. David Archuleta rendered an inspirational performance of O Holy Night at the Holiday Of Hope Tree Lighting Ceremony in Los Angeles this weekend. His interpretation of this beloved classic carol was absolutely gorgeous and I especially fell in love with his creative melodic twists to the original melody […]
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